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She is supposed to be 15, and the only man she's ever liked or known romantically is her cousin, the Second Prince. I know the actress is older, but that's what makes the story worth watching. Her character grows and matures with each episode, and you get to watch her change through her experiences. By the time she and the ML finally get together, their chemistry is incredible and feels natural because of everything they've been through. It's a 68 episode drama, so be patient. The slow build is intentional, and everything happens the way it does for a reason. By the end, it all makes sense.

This is a 68 episodes drama, you gotta be pt, when they get together they have the best chemistry among in any cdrama i have watched recently.

It might not your kinda drama but to me its among my favorite cdrama. Waite until you are on 10th episode and see if you like

So what is criticism about her? Like give example

She is one of the most mature female leads I've seen recently. Some viewers seem to expect a female lead who worships the male lead and agrees with everything he does. That's not what her character is.
She's an independent, mature woman who understands the situation and makes her own decisions. She doesn't blindly accept everything the male lead says, and that doesn't mean she loves him any less. A healthy relationship doesn't require one person to always agree or follow the other.

I agree with some of that. She is mature enough to understand everything he has done for her. Their relationship is built on shared trauma, and they have become emotionally dependent on each other. It makes sense that she wants to break that cycle. The male lead also treats her like she's someone who always needs to be protected. His biggest flaw is communication. He keeps making life changing decisions behind closed doors without giving her the chance to understand or choose. That is exactly what has led to the situation they're in now.
He clearly loves her, but instead of claiming her openly, he keeps pushing her away because he believes it will protect her. His intentions are good, but his approach hurts both of them. What I think is missing is honest communication. He needs to trust her enough to tell her what is happening, why he's making those choices, and let them face the problems together instead of carrying everything on his own.

Thanks for the link. I was able to watch all the episodes. It was excellent. The story was thrilling and kept me on the edge of my seat more than once. I'm glad I finally got to watch it.

You are life saver, Thanks alot

I had Reset sitting on my Viki watchlist for so long. I kept telling myself I'd watch it when I was in the right mood. Now that I finally am, it's gone from Viki and I can't find it anywhere. I'm so annoyed that I waited this long.

I think what i like the most in the story of Minglan so well is that it doesn't make everyone else incompetent just to make Minglan look smart. A lot of dramas have genius protagonists surrounded by fools. In Minglan's world, many of her enemies are intelligent, patient, and calculating. They spend years plotting, just like she does. And no matter how smart Sheng Minglan is, she's still human. Emotions cloud judgment. Love creates blind spots. Fear changes decisions and Sometimes you trust the wrong person. Sometimes you underestimate an enemy. Sometimes events unfold in ways nobody could predict.
That's what makes her so compelling. She isn't a flawless mastermind who wins every battle. She makes mistakes, learns from them, and adapts. Her victories feel earned because they come from patience, intelligence, and resilience, not because the plot hands them to her.

I finally finished watching Pursuit of Jade. It took me a couple of weeks to get through the last two episodes since I have been busy, but I am glad I finished it. What a ride.
The cinematography stood out. The visuals were strong and well done. The chemistry between the leads felt natural and developed over time. The side characters played a big role and added depth to the story. I liked the second lead couple. Their storyline was engaging and balanced the main plot well. The villains also delivered. Their actions were intentional and tied into the bigger story. I have seen people say they were confused by the last episodes, but I did not feel that way. The drama explained how past events shaped the current conflict, and the motivations and betrayals were clear if you paid attention. Overall, I enjoyed it a lot.

Stop comparing Beyond the Grave to Pursuit of Jade. They are different genres with different tone, pacing, and storytelling. Stop expecting instant chemistry. The first episode sets the foundation, and characters need time to develop. Chemistry grows through interaction. Watch the story unfold and stop judging a drama from episode one.

What makes you think he is toxic?

I actually prefer the sml, they have history and he has been patient, supportive, and calm with her. When she admitted her lies, he reacted with maturity instead of anger. That says a lot about his character. He is trying to impress her, which i understand why it feels like he extra. The baby liking him adds another layer. That date was simple but sweet. You could see the comfort between them. I guess it is normal to root for the person who shows steady care. Sometimes the SML feels safer and more emotionally aware than the ML. Just little sad knowing he will not end up with her. Rekindling an old relationship with growth on both sides would have been a strong direction too.

You are not in her position to judge what she is going through.
The SML is part of her past. That storyline needs closure. You cannot expect her to erase history overnight and act as if those feelings never existed.
And let us be fair about the male lead too. People call him a green flag, but he also acted childish when he overheard her conversation with her friend. What was he expecting her to say? He has said worse things himself when talking to his own friends. Both of them have flaws. Both react emotionally. That is normal. Holding her to a higher standard while excusing his behavior is not balanced.

Waw..i hope they change the ending, that wouldn't be fun to watch

Lol..impressive how they still remember they childhood crush, and it stays oje crush all these years.

I haven't watched this drama to this day because of the ending. Everyone says the leads including the fan favorite supporting characters have died at the end. It kinda left me with better, not everyone enjoys a final stretch that turns into a bloodbath. After investing 30 plus episodes into characters, you want some payoff, not emotional devastation.

Because she was sheltered. She relied on her sister and did not have to lead, provide, or make hard decisions. The ML on the other hand had already been living independently and managing his own responsibilities. Of course he appears more grounded. Acting childish at times does not erase her effort. It shows where she starts. The story is about growth and if she were already as steady as him, there would be no arc to watch.

She said she was living alone. Didn't mentioned the nephew she raising or the uncle living with them